Symptom Checks
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 1995 Ford Pickup, 1995 Ford F-Super Duty, and 1995 Ford Cab & Chassis. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Perform the following:
- Check cooling system. If cooling system is overheating, go to ENGINE RUNS HOT (OVERHEATING) symptom.
- On models with Distributor Ignition (DI), check base timing. See appropriate ADJUSTMENTS article below.
- ADJUSTMENTS - 4.9L
- ADJUSTMENTS - 5.0L
- ADJUSTMENTS - 5.8L
- ADJUSTMENTS - 7.3L DIESEL
- ADJUSTMENTS - 7.5L
- Check engine mechanical condition. Check compression, camshaft, valve train components, etc.
- Check fuel delivery system. See FUEL SYSTEM in appropriate I - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article below.
- Check Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in appropriate I - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article below.
- Check Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) system. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in appropriate I - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article below.
- Check air injection. See EMISSION SYSTEMS & SUB-SYSTEMS in appropriate I - SYSTEM & COMPONENT TESTING article below.
- SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - EEC-IV (4.9L)
- SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - EEC-IV (5.0L)
- SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - EEC-IV (5.8L)
- SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - 7.3L DIESEL
- SYSTEM/COMPONENT TESTS - EEC-IV (7.5L)
- Ensure transmission is functioning properly.